Tag: decentralization in government
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Decentralization task force meeting, New York City 2009
Abstract: In June 2009, top academics studying decentralization presented and debated the latest research in the field and discussed and evaluated the resulting policy options in the company of policymakers from countries with notable decentralization experiments. Author(s): Columbia University Source(s): , 1 file, ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2009 Columbia university. Initiative for policy dialogue…
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Topic guide on decentralisation and local government
Abstract: This guide gives guidance for designing, implementing and evaluating decentralization reforms and local government (DLG) practices to ensure they are as effective as possible. It offers debates on the impact of DLG on poverty reduction, service delivery and conflict and links to research and cases. Author(s): Scott, Zoë Source(s): , 209 p. Published: 2009…
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Taking a seat on Brazil’s health councils
Abstract: Brazil’s Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS), is a universal, publicly-funded, rights-based health system. Representative and participatory health councils and conferences have made it more effective, responsive, pro-poor and accountable. Author(s): Coelho, Vera Schattan P.; Cornwall, Andrea; Shankland, Alex; Benequista, Nicholas; Dunne, Alison; McGregor, Graeme Source(s): , Citizenship DRC case study series; 02Sick of waiting…
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Decentralisation and municipalities in South Africa : an analysis of the mandate to deliver basic services
Abstract: The extent to which the problems of providing basic services are experienced by municipalities in South Africa are influenced by the political, administrative and financial configuration of the decentralized system of governance is investigated. Author(s): Stanton, Anne Source(s): , 320 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2009 University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN)], [Durban (English ISBN/ISSN:…
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Decentralisation by devolution in Tanzania : reflections on community involvement in the planning process in Kizota ward in Dodoma
Abstract: Although the government has succeeded in implementing decentralization-by-devolution, its contribution to grassroots planning is still minimal and ineffective. Involvement is often restricted to the implementation of centrally made plans that do not include local priorities. Author(s): Massoi, L.; Norman, A.S. Source(s): , Journal of public administration and policy research; Vol. 1, No. 7 p.…
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Euro-African partnership for decentralised governance
Abstract: The Euro African Partnership for Decentralized Governance aims to contribute to the strengthening of local governance in Africa by promoting the establishment of relationships between African and European local institutions. Author(s): Italy; UN Source(s): , Published: 2009 Euro-African partnership for decentralised governance, [Firenze] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.euroafricanpartnership.org/
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The complexities of decentralization in a globalizing world
Abstract: The interplay of decentralization and globalization in affecting environmental outcomes and community welfare is analysed through a game-theoretic model of community-firm interactions. This will require a mix of policies, including secure property rights and poverty alleviation. Author(s): Engel, Stefanie; Palmer, Charles Source(s): , IED working paper; 8 18 p., ill IED working paper 8…
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West Bengal: fiscal decentralization to rural governments : analysis and reform options
Abstract: A comprehensive review of rural local government finance in West Bengal, India, was conducted to be able to better integrate rural local governments into the intergovernmental fiscal framework. Author(s): Bahl, Roy; Sethi, Geeta; Wallace, Sally Source(s): , International studies program : working paper; 09-07 xv, 129 p., ill., graphs, tabs International studies program :…
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Cooperative governance & traditional affairs
Abstract: As a national department of the government of South Africa, the function of CoGTA is to develop national policies and legislation with regard to provinces and local government. It actively promotes integration in national development programmes and service delivery. Author(s): South Africa Source(s): , Published: 2009 Republic of South Africa. Cooperative governance & traditional…
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Governance decentralization and local infrastructure provision in Indonesia
Abstract: This paper examines the recent decentralization of governance in Indonesia and its impact on local infrastructure provision. Author(s): Chowdhury, Shyamal; Yamauchi, Futoshi; Dewina, Reno Source(s): , IFPRI discussion paper; 902 vi, 24 p., ill., tabs IFPRI discussion paper 902 Published: 2009 International food policy research institute (IFPRI), Washington, DC (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.ifpri.org/sites/default/files/publications/ifpridp00902.pdf